Blue Ridge Pride Festival - Saturday, Sept 30, 11 am - 7 pm

Come experience the vibrancy and diversity of Asheville and Western North Carolina’s LGBTQ+ and allied communities in this day long festival complete with 12 bands on 2 stages, an evening drag show and 200 local vendors, spread out in a themed layout including sections for youth, mental wellness, faith, healthcare, local crafters and more! The theme this year, given all of the anti-trans bills passed in our legislature is Advocate! Show up proud, show out loud, and show support!

Get ready for Pride week! September 24th-September 30th is filled with Pride events, discounts and opportunities for our LGBTQ+ and allied communities. Beginning with a Pool Party at Aloft and ending with our annual Blue Ridge Pride Festival, this year also includes various promotions and discounts at welcoming local businesses.

Blue Ridge Pride Week is filled with pageants, parties, and a street festival dubbed by CNN as one of the world’s best places to celebrate pride.

Blue Ridge Pride Week 2023

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Blue Ridge Pride Festival - Saturday, Sept 30, 11 am - 7 pm

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